PDG Mail native clients provide optimized email experiences across all major platforms while maintaining zero-knowledge encryption and full support for open standards including IMAP, JMAP, SMTP, CardDAV, and CalDAV.
Platform Availability
Native applications are available for all major operating systems:
- • Windows desktop with Windows Hello integration
- • macOS with Touch ID support and system integration
- • Linux distributions with desktop environment compatibility
- • iOS with Face ID/Touch ID authentication
- • Android with biometric authentication and Material Design
Architecture and Performance
Native applications provide superior performance compared to web-based solutions through direct system integration, optimized resource utilization, and platform-specific feature implementations.
Performance Benefits
- • Instant application startup
- • Smooth animations and transitions
- • Responsive user interactions
- • Efficient memory and CPU usage
System Integration
- • Native notification systems
- • Platform-specific authentication
- • System tray and menu bar integration
- • File system integration
Security Implementation
All native clients maintain PDG Mail's zero-knowledge architecture, ensuring that encryption and decryption operations occur locally on user devices without exposing private keys or unencrypted data to external services.
Authentication Methods
Native applications support platform-specific authentication mechanisms including biometric systems, hardware security keys, and traditional password authentication, providing flexible security options for different user preferences and requirements.
Security Features
Native clients implement comprehensive security measures:
- • Biometric authentication (Face ID, Touch ID, Windows Hello, fingerprint)
- • Hardware security key support (YubiKey, Titan Key)
- • End-to-end encryption for all communications
- • Local data encryption and secure storage
Open Standards Support
Unlike proprietary email applications, PDG Mail native clients maintain full compatibility with open standards including IMAP, JMAP, SMTP, CardDAV, and CalDAV. This approach ensures user freedom and prevents vendor lock-in.
Protocol Implementation
Complete protocol support enables users to access their PDG Mail accounts through any standards-compliant email client while benefiting from enhanced features when using native applications. This flexibility supports diverse user workflows and preferences.
User Freedom
Open standards implementation ensures that users maintain complete control over their email experience and can migrate to alternative clients without data loss or functionality limitations.
Advanced Functionality
Native applications provide enhanced features including advanced search capabilities, offline functionality, and intelligent synchronization. These features improve productivity while maintaining security and privacy standards.
Offline Capabilities
Full offline functionality enables users to read, compose, and organize emails without internet connectivity. Intelligent synchronization ensures that changes are properly merged when connectivity is restored.
Search and Organization
Advanced search functionality provides fast access to email content including attachments and message metadata. Encrypted search indexes maintain privacy while delivering comprehensive search results.
Development Approach
Desktop applications are developed as open-source software, enabling community review, contribution, and customization. This approach promotes transparency and allows users to verify security implementations.
Future Development
Ongoing development includes advanced calendar integration, team collaboration features, and enhanced encryption options. These improvements will be implemented while maintaining compatibility with existing open standards.
Optimal Balance
PDG Mail native clients provide optimized email experiences across all major platforms while maintaining the service's core principles of privacy, security, and open standards compatibility. The applications deliver superior performance and functionality compared to web-based alternatives.